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Apple has raised prices on multiple Mac and iPad models, saying memory and storage costs have surged because AI data‑centre buildouts are driving extraordinary demand. The increases of about 15–25% have hit entry and pro models and have already pushed Apple shares lower; console makers and other device vendors are following with similar hikes.
The UK has passed the Tobacco and Vapes Act, which has created a rolling age ban that will permanently prevent anyone born on or after 1 January 2009 from legally buying tobacco. The law has also granted ministers broad powers to regulate vaping — including flavours, packaging, displays and where vaping is allowed — and will tighten sales rules for under‑18s.
The Center for Strategic and International Studies has identified 20 domestic political attacks and plots in 2025, with 10 attributed to the far Left and eight to the far Right. Incidents have surged since the late 2010s, driven in part by responses to immigration crackdowns, and follow a weekend shooting at a Washington event attended by senior officials.
Spirit Airlines has not secured a government-backed rescue and is preparing for possible liquidation amid two bankruptcies and rising jet-fuel costs; the Trump administration is negotiating a potential loan and warrants, while lenders urge a wind-down if no deal is reached. Travelers face disruption and fare implications across affected routes.
Public-held US debt has reached about 100.2% of GDP at $31.27 trillion, with annual interest costs exceeding $1 trillion. The trajectory remains bipartisan and the growth in debt outpaces the economy, prompting warnings from analysts and policymakers about potential fiscal crises.
Multiple outlets have reported that Israel has established covert military sites in Iraq's western desert to support air operations against Iran. Reports say the installations have hosted special forces, logistics and search-and-rescue teams; Iraqi patrols investigating were struck in early March, killing one soldier and injuring others.
The UAE has emerged as a more direct participant in the Iran conflict, with reports that it carried out strikes against Iran, including an attack on the Lavan Island refinery. The ceasefire holds but regional tensions are rising as Gulf states respond to Iran's actions and to allied pressures from the US and Israel.
Israel’s prime minister has said he has made a secret March 26 trip to Al‑Ain to meet UAE president Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed and has called it a “historic breakthrough.” The UAE has denied the visit. Multiple outlets have reported broader Israel–UAE defence cooperation during the Iran war, including Iron Dome batteries and alleged intelligence coordination.
Health authorities have identified at least 13 hantavirus cases linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship, including three deaths. Passengers and crew have been evacuated to multiple countries and are being quarantined and closely monitored; more than 600 contacts in about 30 countries have been traced and are under follow-up as testing and isolation continue.
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have carried out strikes on Iran in what Western officials describe as tit-for-tat actions amid the wider Gulf conflict. Iran and GCC states have retaliatory exchanges; de-escalation talks are under way as a broader US-Israel effort continues.
Israel and the United Arab Emirates are coordinating more closely in response to the Iran crisis, with reports that Mossad chief David Barnea and Shin Bet head David Zini have visited the UAE to discuss wartime coordination, security sharing, and potential strikes against Iran.
Graham Platner has won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate in Maine despite weeks of damaging reporting about sexually explicit messages, a chest tattoo linked to Nazi imagery and accounts from former partners describing volatile behavior. Platner has held to the campaign, high-profile Democrats have continued to back him, and he will face Republican Sen. Susan Collins in November.
OpenAI has restructured toward autonomous agents to monetize AI, with Codex focus and a potential IPO path. The company faces competition from Anthropic and xAI, while legal scrutiny intensifies and revenue plans hinge on new tools and partnerships.
Democrats are grappling with Graham Platner’s recent disclosures ahead of the Maine Senate race against Republican Sen. Susan Collins. The New York Times has reported disturbing accounts from several former partners, while Platner has described his past as a period of transformation. Party leaders remain cautiously supportive, highlighting the stakes for control of the Senate.
The CIA-investigated case centers on David Rush, a former CIA officer, who has been arrested after investigators found 303 gold bars, $2 million in cash, and dozens of luxury watches in his Virginia home. He has allegedly used a fake special access program and falsified credentials to obtain funds for work-related expenses between November 2025 and March 2026. The FBI and CIA are pursuing the case, with detention ordered as flight risk is cited.
North Korea has unveiled a new uranium enrichment facility and has said weapons-grade production has more than doubled over five years. Leader Kim Jong Un has visited the plant, endorsed advanced production processes and has ordered an accelerated, "exponential" expansion of the country's nuclear forces, prompting allied consultations on deterrence.
A Maine Democrat candidate, Platner, has faced fresh allegations from former girlfriends about abusive behavior and infidelity, alongside revelations of a Nazi-symbol tattoo and sexting during marriage. Platner denies violence and says past acts reflect a dark period; campaigning focuses on working‑class issues as the primary election nears.
In the past 48 hours President Trump has pressed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to avoid retaliatory strikes in Lebanon and Iran while negotiating a possible deal with Tehran. Israeli strikes on a Hezbollah target in Beirut provoked Iranian missile fire, and Trump has warned Netanyahu that unilateral escalation would risk dragging Israel into a wider war and could leave it isolated.
President Donald Trump has delayed Jay Clayton’s Senate confirmation and said Bill Pulte will remain acting director of national intelligence. Trump has tied progress on renewing Section 702 surveillance authority and Clayton’s confirmation to passage of a voter ID bill and has ordered Pulte to cut ODNI staff and return employees to their home agencies.
AP and TechCrunch reports show OpenAI is pursuing a revamped ChatGPT and potential government stake discussions, signaling a broader push toward an AI-driven economy and public benefit. The story tracks regulatory talks, IPO timing, and competing strategies from Anthropic and rivals.
The U.S. Department of Justice has approved Paramount Skydance’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery after an eight‑month probe, concluding the merger is unlikely to harm competition in streaming, linear TV or theatrical film markets. The transaction still faces reviews by U.K. and EU regulators and possible lawsuits from state attorneys general.
Ukraine has confirmed that Roman Abramovich traveled to Kyiv to convey messages to the Kremlin about peace prospects. Zelensky says Abramovich offered to relay Kyiv’s position to Putin and sought a face-to-face meeting. Putin has indicated no point in such talks, suggesting any settlement would require long-term guarantees.
Anthropic has said it has disabled access to its Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models after the U.S. Commerce Department has ordered the company to suspend foreign‑national access on national security grounds. Anthropic is complying while disputing the governments evidence of a narrow "jailbreak" and is working to restore access; other Anthropic models remain available.
Kalshi has started collecting job information to screen markets at heightened risk of manipulation and is rolling out a risk-scoring system plus 24/7 whistleblower channel. The measures aim to curb insider trading after a string of cases across Kalshi and Polymarket, including investigations into George Santos and a Google insider-trading case.
A string of articles shows AI is transforming junior roles across finance and tech, boosting productivity while prompting debate about job quality and upskilling. Disney, Paramount and Thoma Bravo describe faster coding, more complex tasks for juniors, and government-led training initiatives.
Bezos has launched Prometheus to build an “artificial general engineer” that could accelerate invention, with funding surpassing $12 billion and 150 employees. He asserts AI will raise productivity and create opportunities, countering fears of widespread job losses. The company is pursuing AI models for engineering, manufacturing and design, while exploring regulation debates.
The final NIST report has found that the Champlain Towers South collapse in Surfside, Florida began with structurally narrow margins. Two garage-to-pool-deck connections began failing in early June, and decades of alterations left the pool deck unable to withstand added loads, triggering a slow-motion collapse.
SpaceX has completed the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion and listing on Nasdaq under ticker SPCX. Shares opened at $150, climbed as high as $176 and closed the first day around $160–166 in extended trading, briefly valuing the company above $2.1 trillion and making Elon Musk the world's first likely trillionaire.
A coalition of U.S. state attorneys general has subpoenaed OpenAI for internal documents on advertising, user engagement, handling of health and consumer data, and protections for minors and seniors. OpenAI has said it will "engage constructively," highlighted new safeguards in ChatGPT and is cooperating with investigators while facing related lawsuits and regulatory pressure.
The World Cup has introduced mandatory three‑minute hydration breaks in every half to protect players in North American heat. Broadcasters are gaining new advertising windows, while players and fans debate the pace and flow of the games. Incidents with Fox and other broadcasters have drawn scrutiny, but FIFA has upheld the rule and demanded adherence to return-to-action timing.
Anthropic has faced export-control action that blocks access to its Mythos 5 and Fable 5 models for foreign nationals. Governments cite national security; industry weighs safety, regulation, and global impact as the dispute unfolds with talks between Anthropic and the White House.
The Trump administration has announced a deal in which Intel will design and build chips for Apple in the United States. The move is framed as strengthening domestic manufacturing and reducing reliance on overseas supply chains. Apple’s chip supply and Intel’s revival are central to evolving U.S. tech policy and market expectations.
Trump’s inner circle is described in a new book excerpt as Murdoch’s dinner remarks show a rare moment of warmth toward Rubio and caution toward Vance. The narrative draws a sharp line between old alliances and ongoing tensions, with White House aides worried about leaks from the Situation Room and the implications for the 2028 race.
Micron has reported blockbuster fiscal third-quarter results — $41.46bn revenue and $28.24bn net income — sending its share price above $1tn market value and reigniting demand for memory stocks. The surge reflects soaring AI data‑centre demand, long-term supply deals, and warnings from Apple that rising memory costs will force consumer price increases.
Executives are leaving top AI labs for rivals, highlighting a talent war as Google loses senior researchers to Anthropic and OpenAI. The exits come as industry leaders push for faster AI deployment and policy alignment, with investors watching margins amid heavy AI compute spending.
Mars is rolling out naturally dyed M&M’s in August via Amazon, replacing two classic colors in the initial launch due to color science hurdles. The move follows a wave of MAHA-inspired scrutiny of artificial dyes in food. By 2028, Mars aims to offer six colors in natural form, though blue and brown remain absent in the early packs.
Belarus and Russia are facing heightened tensions as Zelenskiy demands Belarus remove equipment used by Russia; Minsk has not committed to joining the war, while Kyiv warns of further actions if Belarus does not comply. The situation on Belarus’ border and its role in Russia’s war remain central as diplomats push for restraint.
Iran has again threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz, citing violations of a ceasefire in Lebanon. The United States denies closure claims as negotiations with Iran under a 60-day interim memorandum press ahead. Israeli actions in Lebanon amplify regional strain as talks in Switzerland proceed.
Reflection AI has inked a multiyear deal with SpaceX to access Nvidia GB300 AI chips and related hardware at SpaceX’s Colossus 2 data center in Memphis. The pact, valued at up to $6.3 billion if extended through 2029, begins July 2026 and can be terminated by either side with 90 days’ notice after three months. The arrangement positions Reflection among providers of frontier AI infrastructure as it pursues open-weight models.
The U.S. has concluded its hantavirus response tied to the MV Hondius outbreak. The 42‑day monitoring period for Americans is finished with no sustained transmission detected. Debates center on the use of strict federal quarantine orders and individual rights during public-health crises.
The Trump administration has withdrawn subpoenas targeting Washington Post and Wall Street Journal reporters amid a broader crackdown on leaks. While officials say investigations into classified disclosures continue, critics warn the move signals aggressive government pressure on press freedom. The Justice Department reaffirmed that reporters are not targets, even as it backs investigations.
Paramount’s bid to merge Warner Bros. Discovery with CBS News has spurred leadership shakeups and concerns over editorial independence at CBS, as Ellison’s investment ties to Trump complicate newsroom dynamics.
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act has passed Congress with bipartisan support. Trump has canceled the signing ceremony, calling for voter-ID provisions in separate legislation. The bill would boost housing supply, reduce some regulations, and limit corporate investors in single-family home purchases.
Prices for Xbox consoles and various Apple devices have surged as AI-driven demand strains memory and storage components, pushing manufacturers to raise prices by hundreds of dollars. The trend affects consumers globally as memory costs double and memory shortages loom. The changes come as several publishers report price increases from Microsoft, Apple and others amid an AI infrastructure boom.
Oil prices extend declines after tankers exit the Strait of Hormuz, easing supply fears amid fresh Iran-US talks. Brent sits around $72.76, WTI near $69.84, with new estimates of ship movements and ongoing diplomatic efforts shaping market expectations.